Rapper Tachichi and producer Gordski (The Goods) introduce their new collaboration project Felt Lovejoy with a five-song EP ahead of the release of their full-length. The group name might give the impression of soft rap ballads and feel-good music, but Gordski's normally smooth boom-bap production is exchanged for a filthy sound built on heavy drums and low-end synth, while Tachichi's distinct delivery of his braggadocio battle raps (with a bit of political and social commentary thrown in for good measure) is raw and aggressive, displaying a hunger reminiscent of his early releases.
While there is little need to skip anything on this short EP, "Boxcutter Boogie" is a definite highlight, opening the album on a high note as T and guest rapper Quake demonstrate why they are two of Halifax's best over Gordski's banging drums and near-constant low-end synth, all juxtaposed with higher synth sounds on the chorus and a smooth, soulful hook from Kaleb Simmonds that burrows into the brain. "Dunkin' Go Nuts" is also a highlight, its reggae vibe sounding the most like Gordski's usual production style. The bouncy, stripped back beat of "Broke Boys Theme Song" offers a great opportunity for T to really ride the beat, blasting other rappers like it's a verbal drive-by. Felt Lovejoy is some of the freshest work done by these two rap vets in years. It's well worth the free download.
(Independent)While there is little need to skip anything on this short EP, "Boxcutter Boogie" is a definite highlight, opening the album on a high note as T and guest rapper Quake demonstrate why they are two of Halifax's best over Gordski's banging drums and near-constant low-end synth, all juxtaposed with higher synth sounds on the chorus and a smooth, soulful hook from Kaleb Simmonds that burrows into the brain. "Dunkin' Go Nuts" is also a highlight, its reggae vibe sounding the most like Gordski's usual production style. The bouncy, stripped back beat of "Broke Boys Theme Song" offers a great opportunity for T to really ride the beat, blasting other rappers like it's a verbal drive-by. Felt Lovejoy is some of the freshest work done by these two rap vets in years. It's well worth the free download.
